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Is Your Home Protected?
Did you know that if you get shocked from a GFI outlet, the breaker will shut itself off so you don’t get hurt? This is why it’s vital to install GFI outlets whenever an outlet is located near water....
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3 Reasons To Replace Wall Outlets
How do you know when the time is right to change your wall outlets? Cracked outlet plates, burnt or charred covers and “middle-aged” technology are three tell-tale signs that it’s time for a...
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What Causes Electrical Equipment To Overheat?
“In 2011, an estimated 47,700 home structure fires reported to U.S. fire departments involved some type of electrical failure or malfunction as a factor contributing to ignition,” according to the...
View ArticleBecome A Home Protection Plan Member Today!
Protecting your home and keeping it maintained are tasks that come along with being a homeowner, but upkeep can be a real pain especially because you spend most of your day working to be able to afford...
View ArticleChecking Your Appliances’ Electric
We can’t stress enough the importance of having your home’s electrical system inspected regularly to make sure it’s in proper working order. Although the cause hasn’t been identified, a devastating...
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What’s The Difference Between A 2- and 3-Prong Outlet?
Ever look at an outlet and wonder why some have 3 holes while others only have 2? After reading, we bet you’ll start to notice electrical outlets more often and now you’ll understand why they are the...
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Is Your Home Up To Code?
Is your home’s electrical system up to code? If it’s not, there could potentially be some serious hazards lurking. In order to make sure your electrical system is safe, see some of the electrical code...
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Electrical Myths Debunked
Don’t believe everything you hear. You’ve probably heard that thousands of times throughout your lifetime and it’s a good rule to live by. Here are a few myths about electricity that we want to clear...
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Outdoor Electrical Safety
Now that the weather is nicer and temperatures are heating up, we’ll be spending a lot more time outdoors. From planting and gardening to barbecuing with friends and family, it’s important to...
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Whole House Surge Protection
Our homes are filled with more valuable electronic devices than ever before. With several televisions, laptops, tablets, cell phones and major appliances operating at the same time, it’s vital to make...
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How A Generator Can Help
Are you prepared for a severe power outage? Strong storms often come without warning and can leave homeowners in a world of trouble. When it comes to having a reliable power source, you need a...
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What To Do When The Power Goes Out
Summertime storms are known to be fierce and relentless often rolling through neighborhoods without much warning. If you’re lucky, the power will stay on but oftentimes the storm takes electricity out...
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How To Stay Safe This Hurricane Season
Did you know that Hurricane Sandy caused 8.5 million power outages across 21 states? The Atlantic Hurricane season takes place from June to November with the peak season from mid-August to late...
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Do You Know These 5 Things About Surge Protectors?
You’ve probably heard that you should be using a surge protector to plug in your computer and other electronic devices around your home. But there’s more to it than going out to your local store,...
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Electrical Safety For Boaters
Summer isn’t over yet and that means we still have a few more weeks to head out on the boat! Even though boating is often considered a carefree activity, there are lots of potential electrical hazards...
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Electrical Maintenance Warning Signs
Don’t become another statistic. Thousands of deaths and injuries happen each year due to electrical shock and lack of maintenance. Is your home’s electrical system safe? If you notice any of the...
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Electrical Safety in the Garage
Thousands of homeowners use the fall season to perform maintenance outside their homes. And for many of them, the garage or utility room is their central hub. Whether it’s choosing the right tool for...
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Electrical Safety in the Living Room
Take a minute to count how many electrical devices you have in your living room. You probably have a television with a cable box, a lamp or two and maybe even a cell phone charger just to name a few....
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Common Electrical Code Violations
When it comes to residential electrical projects, you probably shouldn’t do-it-yourself. Many homeowners and even inexperienced electricians make mistakes that could violate local or national...
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Holiday Cooking Safety
Have you started preparing for Thanksgiving yet? It’s time to get your home in shape for when your guests arrive and that includes cleaning, decorating and most importantly, cooking. But when it comes...
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